Before 9-11 I needed to lose about 40lbs. After all the events I thought "What would I do, what COULD I do?!" Since then I've gotten into shape and study martial arts. I know I'm not Bruce Lee or a Navy Seal, but at least now I'm more useful in Society. I also got my CPR certification and am emergency prepared. If I can't help myself how could I help others?
Books I like:
Training for Warriors by Martin Rooney
Starting Strength by Mark Rippetoe
Enter the Kettlebell by Pavel

There are many others, but these are the most useful to me

MM